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Burglar, Beltway closes, Commercial real estate, & more
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Joyce Dowling
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Jun 10, 2005 11:08 PDT
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In this week's message:
* News Stories about Issues
* Calendar
* Announcements - New Radio Show, Tues. Town Hall Mtg., Thornton on June 15...
* Volunteer/Community Service Opportunities
* Other e-List News
* Your Feedback
NEWS STORIES
Police Search For Burglar Hitting Laurel Apartments
WBAL Channel.com, MD - June 10, 2005
But Laurel does not have the homicide problems of some other areas of
Prince George's County.
http://www.thewbalchannel.com/news/4593727/detail.html
SHA to close beltway lanes in Prince George's County
Business Gazette - June 9, 2005
The Maryland State Highway Administration will be closing lanes on
Interstate 495 in Prince George's County this weekend for
resurfacing.
<http://www.gazette.net/200522/princegeorgescty/updates/279176-1.html>
Pickup in commercial real estate 'bodes well' for Prince George's
Business Gazette, MD - Jun 9, 2005
"For the first time in a long time, there is more market activity in
Prince George's County than in Montgomery County," wrote Joshua
Gurland, Grubb & Ellis' research manager.
http://www.gazette.net/200523/business/news/279733-1.html
Committee OKs Metro Budget Over MD Objections
WJLA, DC - Jun 9, 2005
Representatives for Montgomery and Prince George's counties in
Maryland voted against the measure at Thursday's meeting.
http://www.wjla.com/news/stories/0605/234636.html
Measure would raise limit on political contributions
Baltimore Sun, MD - Jun 9, 2005
Wynn, a Prince George's County Democrat, is a primary author of the
bill, which would increase the overall amount an individual could
donate in each election...
http://tinyurl.com/auolf
Baker looks forward to political run against exec
Business Gazette, MD - Jun 8, 2005
"Baker has the right to bring his views before the people of Prince
George's County and I welcome debate on our record," Johnson said
Tuesday.
http://www.gazette.net/200523/princegeorgescty/county/279623-1.html
Charging the public for Hornsby report
Business Gazette, MD - Jun 8, 2005
"How can the board of education charge the taxpayers of Prince
George's County these outrageous fees for reports for which we have
already paid?" asked Tonya...
http://www.gazette.net/200523/princegeorgescty/county/279638-1.html
Democrats question political questions in Chesapeake Bay poll
WVEC.com (subscription), VA - Jun 8, 2005
Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, D-Prince George's, questioned
why the state was conducting a poll on matters such as the nonnative
oyster....
http://www.wvec.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D8AJGT881.html
What's wrong with our county?
Business Gazette, MD - June 2, 2005
What's wrong with Prince George's County? ...The Gazette-Star asked
leaders from the political, business, education and civic worlds to
give their opinions on what is going wrong with our county.
http://www.gazette.net/200522/princegeorgescty/county/278495-1.html
City Officials Consider Ferry System
NBC 4.com, DC - Jun 2, 2005
Bolling Air Force Base and Washington Harbor in the District, Old
Town Alexandria in Virginia and the National Harbor development in
Prince George's County, Md....
http://www.nbc4.com/news/4559281/detail.html
Ehrlich signs liquor store, wiretapping laws for county
Business Gazette, MD - Jun 1, 2005
Out of three highly touted Prince George's County bills signed by the
governor last week, County Executive Jack B. Johnson said the new
legislation forcing....
http://www.gazette.net/200522/princegeorgescty/county/278480-1.html
County Vows To Increase 911 Staff
NBC 4.com, DC - Jun 1, 2005
Officials in Prince George's County, Md., have promised to hire more
employees for its 911 call center after people who called to
report....
http://www.nbc4.com/news/4554698/detail.html
Prince George's Makes Sales Pitch for High-End Retail
WJLA, DC - Jun 1, 2005
There are plenty of Target stores in Prince George's County. But if
you want to shop at places like Nordstrom....
http://www.wjla.com/news/stories/0605/232548.html
Developer eyes dormant Landover Mall for mixed use
Business Gazette, MD - May 26, 2005
Arthur Turner, chairman of the Prince George's Chamber of Commerce's
economic development committee, said he hopes redeveloping the mall
pays off for residents ...
http://www.gazette.net/200521/business/news/277459-1.html
Maryland Governor Gets Tough On Crime
NBC 4.com, DC - May 26, 2005
Officials in Prince George's County say they have high expectations
for new crime fighting legislation signed into law in Annapolis, Md.,
Thursday....
http://www.nbc4.com/news/4537890/detail.html
Congress Appropriates Funds to Clean Up Anacostia River
Southern Maryland Online, MD - May 25, 2005
"This project will make significant environmental and economic
improvements to Prince George's County," said Congressman Hoyer.
http://somd.com/news/headlines/articles/2076.shtml
Clinton residents want gas leaks repaired
Business Gazette, MD - May 25, 2005
Since the gas leaks were brought to light, the Washington Gas
Alliance, a Prince George's County group, was formed to focus on
Washington Gas and its practice...
http://www.gazette.net/200521/princegeorgescty/county/276939-1.html
County Council makes key changes to county executive's spending ...
Business Gazette, MD - May 25, 2005
The Prince George's County Council adopted a $2.17 billion budget for
fiscal 2006 with a few significant adjustments to County Executive
Jack B. Johnson's....
http://www.gazette.net/200521/princegeorgescty/county/276937-1.html
County's homeless rate continues to drop, survey shows
Business Gazette, MD - May 25, 2005
The homeless rate in Prince George's County has been on a steady
decline, while homelessness has gone up for the District....
http://www.gazette.net/200521/princegeorgescty/county/276938-1.html
State says it will partially fund transit center in Crossroads
Business Gazette, MD - May 25, 2005
In turn, Steele (R) said the state is seeking a matching contribution
of $2.5 million each from Montgomery and Prince George's counties for
the center....
http://www.gazette.net/200521/princegeorgescty/state/276945-1.html
Records Seized In Pr. George's Bribery Probe
Washington Post, DC - May 24, 2005
The Maryland state prosecutor's office seized records and computer
equipment from two Prince George's County government offices
yesterday as part of its investigation of two senior-level managers
who allegedly received bribes for the awarding of a county contract.
http://tinyurl.com/93q7n
Law Stalls Construction in PG County
WTOP, D.C. - May 20, 2005
Prince George's was apparently the first in the nation to tie
development to emergency response.
http://www.wtopnews.com/index.php?nid=25&sid=521800
Hispanic Advocates Call on Ehrlich to Fire Official
Washington Post, DC - May 19, 2005
...Duvall, as a leader of his panel, isn't objective enough to
nominate fair-minded judges, said Delegate Victor Ramirez, a Prince
George's County Democrat.... http://tinyurl.com/cwerf
Race Tension Vexes Contest For Senate In Maryland
Forward, NY - May 19, 2005
If people perceive it as a raw deal, there's a potential for backlash
and weak turnout in Democratic bastions such as Prince George's
County....
http://www.forward.com/articles/3198
Crime May Raise Housing Costs in PG County
WTOP, D.C. - May 16, 2005
Buying a new home in our area is costly enough. But, in Prince
George's County concern about crime could drive up the price even
further.
http://www.wtopnews.com/index.php?nid=25&sid=519805
Excessive Force Charged
Washington Post, DC - May 12, 2005
A reporter for WJLA-Channel 7 and her cameraman were following a
high-ranking Prince George's County official and her police officer
driver to investigate a news tip last month about the possible
inappropriate use of a county car when they were suddenly surrounded
by county and Cheverly police and ordered out of their vehicle at
gunpoint. http://tinyurl.com/bykhj
Md. Home To 4th-Worst-Polluting Power Plant, Feds Say
WBAL Channel.com, MD - May 12, 2005
The Environmental Integrity Project ranks the Clark Point Power Plant
in Prince George's County as the nation's fourth-worst polluting
power....
http://www.thewbalchannel.com/news/4483011/detail.html
County Council Planning for Updated Offices, SUVs
WJLA, DC - May 12, 2005
There's one item that the Prince George's County Council won't trim
from County Executive Jack Johnson's proposed $2.5 billion budget -
its own request.
http://www.wjla.com/news/stories/0505/227668.html
Annual Count Finds More Homelessness
Washington Post, DC - May 12, 2005
Prince George's County was the only jurisdiction that showed a
substantial decrease: more than 20 percent from 2004.
http://tinyurl.com/bkxw5
More race-based political groups coming on stream in county
Business Gazette, MD - May 11, 2005
The African-American Democratic Club of Prince George's County is the
latest political organization to come on stream in a county abuzz
with pre-election....
http://www.gazette.net/200519/princegeorgescty/county/274941-1.html
Baker makes uphill push for county executive seat
Business Gazette, MD - May 11, 2005
...but I think he's facing long odds," said Glenn F. Ivey, Prince
George's County State's Attorney, citing Johnson's deep pockets and
solid base of supporters.
http://www.gazette.net/200519/princegeorgescty/county/274936-1.html
If approved, WSSC budget rate will increase
Business Gazette, MD - May 11, 2005
The Prince George's and Montgomery county councils are expected to
approve a 6.9 percent spending increase for the Washington Suburban
Sanitation Commission....
http://www.gazette.net/200519/princegeorgescty/education/274949-1.html
Notification proposal may cause more projects to be denied
Business Gazette, MD - May 11, 2005
...proposal seeking earlier notification of development projects is
approved, more projects will be turned down, according to Prince
George's County Planning....
http://www.gazette.net/200519/princegeorgescty/county/274938-1.html
Thanks to student volunteer Daniel Knorr, sophmore high school
student at Grace Brethren Christian School in Clinton, for helping
with the news search.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
**** "What's wrong with our county?" on The Barbershop Radio Show ****
"Prince George's has it's own local political talk show and it's
called "The Barbershop!" --- Darryl Harris
THE BARBERSHOP
RADIO SHOW
The place where everybody doesn't know your name, but they're always
glad you came!
This Saturday, 6-7pm, The Barbershop Radio Show will discuss Part II
of "What's wrong with our county?"
We will look at the findings in the Hornsby investigation; talk about
the virtues of working and living in the county; and some of the
high's and lows of our police department. Also, we will discuss
Rushern Baker's "Exploratory Committee" and how this will impact
local politics. County leaders, including Mr. Baker will be present
on THE BARBERSHOP RADIO SHOW on WOL Newstalk 1450AM / 1010AM in
Baltimore--"Where information is power!" We will take calls! Hear
you Saturday!
For more information, contact The Master Barber, John Crestwell
jo-@thebarbershopshow.com
**** TOWN HALL MEETING ON HOMOPHOBIA IN THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY ****
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY TOWN HALL MEETING TO ADDRESS HOMOPHOBIA IN THE
AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY
Former Delegate Rusher Baker to Moderate "Black Homophobia: A Real
Dialogue on Gay Marriage, Religion, and the Closet"
At the Christian Community Presbyterian Church in Bowie, Md.
June 14 at 7:00 p.m.
Featuring pro and anti same-sex marriage panelists in a moderated
forum. The presentations will be followed by an open dialogue with
the purpose of discussing a taboo subject within the African-American
community -- homophobia, same-sex marriage, and the role of gays and
lesbians in the Black church. The town hall is sponsored in
partnership with the National Black Justice Coalition and the Unity
Fellowship Church of Washington, D.C.
"African American gays and lesbians have a long history of
contributions to the Black Church," said H. Alexander Robinson,
National Black Justice Coalition Executive Director and CEO. "We are
looking forward to having a healthy, honest and spirited discussion
about the need for civil rights advancements for gay Americans and
why we must end the denial of the right to marry."
In addition to Mr. Robinson, featured speakers will include:
* Dr. Alvin Williams & Nigel Simon, a Prince George's County couple
suing the state of Maryland for the right to marry
* Rev. Dr. Amita Binta, Covenant Baptist Church
* Minister Joyce Tabb, Immanuel Evangelical Christian Church
* Daayiee Abdullah, of Al-Fatiha, a Muslim LGBT organization
* Meredith Moise, Field Organizer for Equality Maryland
* Brandon Braud, Field Organizer for the Human Rights Campaign
Sponsored by Equality Maryland <http://www.equalitymaryland.org/>,
The National Black Justice Coalition <http://nbjcoalition.org/>, &
Unity Fellowship Church <http://www.unityfellowshipchurch.com/>
**** Dr. Alvin Thornton speaking June 15 ****
INTERFAITH COALITION OF PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY
is pleased to announce that on JUNE 15
Dr. Alvin Thornton,
Provost at Howard University
Former Prince George's County School Board Chair, and
Author of the Thornton Commission on Education Report
Will speak about the challenges facing education and offer his
perspective on meeting those challenges. Time will be allotted for
Questions and Answers.
Location: Faith Missionary Baptist Church
9161 Hampton Overlook Drive
Capital Heights 20743
Fellowship Hall on 2nd floor
(link for map and directions below)
Time: 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Mark your calendar!
Spread the Word!
Bring a crowd of clergy and lay leaders!
It will be important to RSVP your attendance and the number of people
you will be bringing with you so that we can properly prepare.
To confirm your attendance for the June 15 meeting reply by email to
revk-@ispwest.com, kphe-@chesapeake.net, or JIN-@aol.com or
you may call 301/675-3305.
The meeting will begin 2:00 p.m. SHARP! Please be punctual!
**** "SUMMER DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL" ****
(Free films on topics of Peace, Justice and Sustainable Futures at
Joes Movement Emporium. Each film will be followed by discussion with
local community experts and activists, snacks and good conversation.)
Sponsored by Neighbors United for Justice and Peace
TOPICS: Please see titles below
DAYS: The last four (4) Saturdays in July 2005 (July 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th)
TIMES: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
LOCATION: JOE'S MOVEMENT EMPORIUM is at 3802 34th Street, Mt. Rainier, MD
(near the corner of Rhode Island Ave and 34th Street near the traffic circle)
DIRECTIONS: If traveling by car on Rte 1 / Rhode Island Ave (towards
Baltimore) approach the Mount Rainier "roundabout" and follow the
circle all the way around so that you can take a right (going north)
on 34th Street. Take a left into the parking lot next to Joe's. If
traveling by bus take a bus
route that stops at the above address. Exit the bus, crossover Rhode
Island Ave and walk up 34th Street. Joe's will
be on the left-hand side.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Please call 301-927-1720
Refreshments and Childcare Available
Saturday, July 9th, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
OUTFOXED
Robert Greenwald's documentary takes issue with the Fox News slogan
"fair and balanced", which has been stamped across the network's 24-hour
news programs since its launch in 1996. Greenwald uses large amounts of
footage from Fox News, which is run by Rupert Murdoch's media
juggernaut, News Corporation, and then provides the critical analysis
and counterpoint. Outfoxed also comments on the media's role in a
democracy. Warp the media, Greenwald believes, and you warp the
democratic process.
Saturday, July 16th, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
THE FUTURE OF FOOD
"Someone needed to make this film, because if this technology isn't
challenged and if this corporatization of our whole food system isn't
stopped, at some point it will be too late," says filmmaker Garcia.
Genetically engineered foods have quietly slipped into much of the
American food supply, mostly from corn and canola. They're in an
estimated 60 percent of all processed foods. The film uses archival
footage and interviews with farmers and agriculture experts to argue
that genetically engineered foods are jeopardizing our food safety.
Saturday, July 23rd, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
THE NEVER NEVER WATER
Midway between reportage and narrative story-telling, this documentary
tells the story of Moussa, a water-seller in the capital city of Burkina
Faso, West Africa. The search for water is an exhausting and
never-ending chore for many across Africa. The story unfolds as people
crowd around wells waiting hours to fill a few buckets of water. Some
in the community learn that the government, pressured by the World Bank,
plans to sell their water services to a large foreign transnational
corporation. Thus unfolds a new chapter of drama and struggle.
Saturday, July 30th, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
SHOCKING AND AWFUL
"Shocking and awful" is the way many people view the U.S. war in Iraq.
The war continues to take its toll on Iraqi civilians, international aid
workers, journalists and U.S. troops. Here at home we are seeing how
waging a "perpetual war" is affecting our own lives as well. The film
takes an unflinching look at the destruction, suffering and chaos
wrought by the war in Iraq. SHOCKING AND AWFUL was produced by
independent video activists who believe that building a just world is
the way to combat terror.
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**** Community Meeting: Residential Plan for National Harbor ****
Presentation by Peterson Companies
Wednesday, June 22
6:30 pm. refreshments and viewing of conceptual model
7:00 - 8:30 program and presentation
Location: National Harbor Offices -- Building across from National
Harbor Site, next to the Park & Ride lot on Oxon Hill Road
Sponsored by the Campaign to Reinvest in the Heart of Oxon Hill
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VOLUNTEER/COMMUNITY SERVICE POSITION AVAILABLE
Work at home. Free training in Brandywine if needed or through email
& phone instruction. Internet posting (database entry) and/or
searching. Middle or high school student could receive credit toward
community service requirement, but any age may apply - it could help
your resume to add internet experience. Reply to this email or call
301-782-9922.
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